About the Company

At Current, everything starts with people. We partner with leading accounting firms across the United States, bringing them together through a shared platform that supports their growth while preserving the local identities and client relationships that make each firm unique. Our partner firms combine the close connections of a local team with the resources of a national community, giving professionals access to broader career opportunities, learning, collaboration, and innovative technology. Whether you join Current or one of our partner firms, you’ll be part of a connected team investing in your development and shaping the future of accounting.

Staff Tax Accountant

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Abacus! is hiring!

We’re an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm providing audit, tax, accounting, and consulting services to businesses and individuals. As a rapidly growing organization with a strategic vision and dynamic growth plan, we’re looking for professionals who want more than a job — they want meaningful responsibility and a career path with impact.

We are seeking a Staff Tax Accountant to join our Springfield, MO office. This role supports client engagements by preparing accurate and timely federal, state, and local tax returns for high-net-worth business owners across a variety of industries.

The Staff Accountant will assist with tax planning, identify compliance issues, and ensure adherence to tax laws and firm standards. This individual will collaborate closely with Senior Accountants, Managers, and Partners to prepare and deliver returns, participate in client meetings, and contribute to exceptional client service and advisory support.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

Assist with tax planning strategies for high-net-worth business owners and related entities

Research tax issues and provide recommendations to leadership

Review client documentation for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and propose corrections

Prepare workpapers and schedules to support the review process

Meet with clients to gather information, present findings, and deliver completed returns

Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with firm policies

Monitor filing deadlines and ensure timely submission of returns

Respond to client inquiries in a professional and timely manner

Collaborate across tax, audit, and accounting teams to support client needs

Core Competencies

Strong knowledge of tax laws and compliance standards

Analytical mindset with attention to detail

Effective client communication and relationship management

Highly organized with a focus on accuracy and deadlines

Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies

Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate across functions

Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive information

Supervisory Responsibilities

May oversee and support Interns

Reports to Senior Accountants, Managers, or Partners

Work Environment & Expectations

Full-time, salaried exempt position

Standard business hours with flexibility

Occasional extended hours (40+ per week), especially during peak periods

Location & Travel

Branson, MO

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; Master’s and CPA eligibility preferred

1–3 years of tax preparation experience, ideally in public accounting

Proficiency in Microsoft Office required

Experience with UltraTax, QuickBooks (Desktop & Online), CCH, and AdvanceFlow preferred

Ability to pass a CJIS background check

Physical & Position Demands

This position requires regular communication, close vision, and the ability to focus on detailed financial information. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.